Songwriter

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: Do I have a song that fits the style their looking for? The answer is usually yes, because I write for several genres

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I like to know first of all what genre (ex: gospel, contemporary christian, R&B gospel, country, etc.) is the client looking for and what idea is the client gearing towards in terms of song subject (ex:worship, praise, hurt, unity, love, encouragement, etc.). I also like to hear or discuss the artist singing style. Then I send samples of what I may already have on file or a sample of something newly written based on the style description given by the client and take it from there. If the client is satisfied with the direction we move forward, if not, I send other options for the client to choose from until we reach a consensus.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: To give them great service.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: CeCe Winans, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tamela Mann, Yolanda Adams, and Travis Greene. I love the way they minister when they sing. It takes the song to another level, and they sing from a place of authenticity (you really feel their heart and soul in a song).

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: That its fun and easy. Yes you may have fun doing what you love but it also takes alot of hard work and dedication to get the results that you want.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What style are you looking for? What message do you want to convey in your project?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Hire someone who's goal is to write a song that truly fits your singing style

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I have been writing since the age of 12. My first song was entitled "A friend". When I saw how many people were touched by this song it inspired me to continue writing. I saw the powerful effect songs can have on people and the difference it could make and I haven't stopped since.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: Paper, pencil, digital recorder, piano, guitar

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Because I write for several genres, my style varies. Its all based on what the client is looking for.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Yes, never settle. But always get another person's ear you trust to give you their take on your music. It helps you grow as a musician.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: Gospel and inspirational

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Writing great lyrics and melodies.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Thought provoking lyrics and great melodies with hooks that stick out.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use protools to record demos

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: Babyface, Johnathan McReynolds, Kirk Franklin, Michael W Smith,

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: The most common type of work I do is songwriting.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Writing for upcoming projects

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: I wrote a song entitled "Conqueror" which was released about a month ago. I wrote both melody and lyrics and arranged the backround vocals for the artist. The song is currently posted on this page!!

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: Not at the moment.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Prefer digital, because it's easier to make corrections or updates.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: When I am inspired, the music flows with almost no effort.